New in Ethnic Care
Apr 22, 2013 | 03:37 PM CDT
Crodarom Debuts Illuminating Flower Extract
Crodarom, a French subsidiary of the Croda Group., introduced a flower extract from Asia that contributes to an illuminated complexion.
Apr 09, 2013 | 01:43 PM CDT
Croda Introduces Sensorial Ingredients for Skin, Hair and Sun
At in-cosmetics 2013, Croda will be introducing a host of sensorial ingredients across the skin, sun and hair care categories in addition to debuting new formulations for the Asian and Latin American markets.
Apr 04, 2013 | 03:53 PM CDT
Compass—Connecting the Dots
By: Rachel Grabenhofer, Cosmetics & Toiletries mag…
Whether your bubbles foam or lather, your hair takes a wild turn, or your wellness weighs on the health of microbes, Cosmetics & Toiletries aims to connect the dots.
Apr 04, 2013 | 01:20 PM CDT
Hair Ethnicity and Ellipticity: A Preliminary Study
By: Ali N. Syed, PhD; Tomas N. Ventura Jr.; and Ma…
Ethnic hair care addresses diverse fiber compositions that require unique products. This comprehensive review in hair fiber dimensions among straight, wavy and curly/coily hair serves as a basis from which product developers can design products to cater to unique hair type needs. The current study examines the ellipticity of Caucasian, Brazilian, Hispanic and African-American hair.
Mar 12, 2013 | 03:15 PM CDT
Lucas Meyer Introduces Active for Infra'aging Protection
Lucas Meyer Cosmetics will introduce an active that fights infra'aging at in-cosmetics 2013 in Paris.
Feb 01, 2013 | 02:28 PM CST
Formula Anatomy Deciphered—BB Creams
By: Luigi Rigano, PhD, Studio Rigano Industrial Co…
BB stands for “blemish balm” in Asia or “beauty balm” in some parts of Europe. It is defined loosely as a product that combines serum, moisturizer, base cream, foundation and sunscreen in one.
Jan 08, 2013 | 03:02 PM CST
TCM-inspired Active for Asian Skin Anti-aging
Sederma has developed an anti-aging active based on traditional Chinese medicine.
Jan 07, 2013 | 12:05 PM CST
Read the Label Online: Shu Uemura Tsuya Youthful Radiance Generator Essence
By: Susan Raffy, Susan Raffy Consulting
Anti-aging claims for “reactivating cell regeneration” are under scrutiny but still appear on many products including Shu Uemura’s Tsuya Youthful Radiance Generator Essence. This column will review the ingredient listing for claims and functionality.
Dec 10, 2012 | 03:23 PM CST
TCM in Skin Whitening and Lightening: The Eternal Pursuit in East Asia
By: Huiliang Li, Jahwa Cosmetics
Statistics have shown that products with TCM claims account for a large share of the skin whitening product market—nearly 33% in 2011, which has risen year after year. This article reviews the historic application of TCM in whitening cosmetics. It is excerpted from its full content, which will appear in the February 2013 issue of Cosmetics & Toiletries magazine,
Nov 20, 2012 | 02:29 PM CST
Halal Beauty Products on the Rise
Halal-certified beauty products are becoming a new global trend, and the halal label appeals to Muslim consumers seeking integrity and authenticity in their cosmetics and personal care products.